Places to visit in New Delhi
An Overview
List of sight seeing places in Delhi is as long as its history, which includes historical monuments of different time periods like Red fort, old fort, Humayun's tomb, Qutub Minar; Modern structures like Rashtrapati Bhawan(Presidents House), Lotus temple, India gate; Market places like Karol Bagh, Cannaught place, south extension; ethnic places like Delhi haat; museums, parks and many more. Important places with their breif introduction are listed below.
Red Fort - World Heritage site
Massive fort Built on the bank of Yamuna river during the reign of famous mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Red fort (Shahjahanabad) is important land mark of Delhi. The fort consists of many residential and official buildings along with beautiful mosque. Some of the buldings were later added during the British rule in India. Every year on India's independence day country's prime minister addresses nationa from this fort. Entrance charges : Indian Rs 10, Foreigner Rs 250 per person
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Humayun's Tomb - World Heritage site
Humayun the mughal emperor died in 1556 and this tomd was commenced by his widow Hamida bano Begham. It is also known as predecessor of Taj mahal owing to its architectural similarity. It is the first distinct example of proper Mughal style, which was inspired by Persian architecture. the tomb is surrounded by beautifully laid gardens.
Entrance charges : Indian Rs 10, Foreigner Rs 250 per person
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Qutub Minar - World Heritage site
Qutub Minar is one of the oldest monuments in Delhi dating back to 12th century and it is the highest tower in India with a height of 72.5m. The foundation was laid by founder of Delhi Sultanate Qutubudding Aibak to give call for the prayers. The minaret is surrounded by other buildings of historical importance like Quwat ul islam mosque, Alai Darwaza, the tomb of Iltutmish.
Entrance charges : Indian Rs 10, Foreigner Rs 250 per person
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Dilli Haat (Delhi Haat)
Located in south Delhi this is joint effort of various government agencies to promote handicrafts and traditional textiles of india. You can also enjoy traditional food from different parts of the country in ehtnic surroundings.
Entrance charges : Adults Rs 15 Child Rs 5
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Lotus temple
So called because of its architecture resembles exactly with lotus flower. The temple is situated on Bahapur Hills, it is the seventh and the latest Baha'i houses of worship in the world. Bahai Temple of New Delhi is a white marble monument designed like a half-opened lotus.
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Akshardhaam temple
The temple dedicated to Swaminarayan sect of India is recently built and is one of the biggest temple premises in India. The temple is situated in north east Delhi on the banks of river Yamuna. The sandstone is beautifully carved and this magnificent structure is based on huge pillars.
Detailed information on Akshardhaam temple Delhi >>
List of sight seeing places in Delhi is as long as its history, which includes historical monuments of different time periods like Red fort, old fort, Humayun's tomb, Qutub Minar; Modern structures like Rashtrapati Bhawan(Presidents House), Lotus temple, India gate; Market places like Karol Bagh, Cannaught place, south extension; ethnic places like Delhi haat; museums, parks and many more. Important places with their breif introduction are listed below.Red Fort - World Heritage site
Massive fort Built on the bank of Yamuna river during the reign of famous mughal emperor Shah Jahan, Red fort (Shahjahanabad) is important land mark of Delhi. The fort consists of many residential and official buildings along with beautiful mosque. Some of the buldings were later added during the British rule in India. Every year on India's independence day country's prime minister addresses nationa from this fort. Entrance charges : Indian Rs 10, Foreigner Rs 250 per person
Detailed information on Red fort of Delhi >>
Humayun's Tomb - World Heritage site
Humayun the mughal emperor died in 1556 and this tomd was commenced by his widow Hamida bano Begham. It is also known as predecessor of Taj mahal owing to its architectural similarity. It is the first distinct example of proper Mughal style, which was inspired by Persian architecture. the tomb is surrounded by beautifully laid gardens.
Entrance charges : Indian Rs 10, Foreigner Rs 250 per person
Detailed information on Humanyun's tomb >>
Qutub Minar - World Heritage site
Qutub Minar is one of the oldest monuments in Delhi dating back to 12th century and it is the highest tower in India with a height of 72.5m. The foundation was laid by founder of Delhi Sultanate Qutubudding Aibak to give call for the prayers. The minaret is surrounded by other buildings of historical importance like Quwat ul islam mosque, Alai Darwaza, the tomb of Iltutmish.
Entrance charges : Indian Rs 10, Foreigner Rs 250 per person
Detailed information on Qutub minar Delhi >>
Dilli Haat (Delhi Haat)
Located in south Delhi this is joint effort of various government agencies to promote handicrafts and traditional textiles of india. You can also enjoy traditional food from different parts of the country in ehtnic surroundings.
Entrance charges : Adults Rs 15 Child Rs 5
Detailed information on Dilli Haat Delhi >>
Lotus temple
So called because of its architecture resembles exactly with lotus flower. The temple is situated on Bahapur Hills, it is the seventh and the latest Baha'i houses of worship in the world. Bahai Temple of New Delhi is a white marble monument designed like a half-opened lotus.
Detailed information on Lotus temple Delhi >>
Akshardhaam temple
The temple dedicated to Swaminarayan sect of India is recently built and is one of the biggest temple premises in India. The temple is situated in north east Delhi on the banks of river Yamuna. The sandstone is beautifully carved and this magnificent structure is based on huge pillars.
Detailed information on Akshardhaam temple Delhi >>